BECOMING LED ZEPPELIN Documentary Charts the Birth of Rock Gods – Available Digitally from April 7th
The legend begins anew. For the first time ever, Led Zeppelin fans across the globe will be able to witness the definitive story of how one of rock’s greatest bands came to be in BECOMING LED ZEPPELIN – the only documentary made with the full participation of the band members themselves. Released digitally in the UK on Monday 7th April 2025 by Sony Pictures Home Entertainment, this is the rock doc you’ve been waiting for.
Directed by Bernard MacMahon, the visionary behind American Epic, and co-written with Allison McGourty, BECOMING LED ZEPPELIN pulls back the curtain on the formative years of a group that changed the face of music forever. Featuring new interviews with Jimmy Page, Robert Plant, and John Paul Jones, alongside rare archival audio and footage of the late, great John Bonham, the film explores how four musical forces collided in 1968 to become nothing short of a cultural phenomenon.
From the smoky clubs of the 1960s British music scene to the thunderous reception of their debut record and the momentum that led to Led Zeppelin II, this two-hour documentary is both a time capsule and a love letter to the electric spirit of early rock. It’s not just about the hits or the hair – it’s about the sheer grit, precision, and passion that turned Led Zeppelin from rising stars to rock royalty.
What sets Becoming Led Zeppelin apart is its intimate tone. Rather than a traditional rock documentary jam-packed with talking heads and retrospective fanfare, MacMahon’s film lets the band tell their own story – in their own words. The result is a personal, immersive experience as hypnotic and powerful as one of their legendary live shows.
Alongside its cinematic storytelling, the documentary also highlights previously unseen performances, personal photos, tour posters, and behind-the-scenes glimpses of the band’s meteoric rise. It’s a treasure trove for Zep-heads and a powerful introduction for those new to the magic.
Clocking in at approximately 2 hours and 2 minutes, and rated 12, BECOMING LED ZEPPELIN is more than just a history lesson – it’s an origin story for one of music’s most enduring legacies.
🎸 BECOMING LED ZEPPELIN
🎬 Directed by: Bernard MacMahon
🖊️ Written by: Bernard MacMahon & Allison McGourty
🎤 Featuring: Jimmy Page, Robert Plant, John Paul Jones, archival footage of John Bonham
📆 Available to Buy on Digital: Monday 7th April 2025
💽 Courtesy of: Sony Pictures Home Entertainment
Whether you’re a die-hard fan or just discovering the legacy of the mighty Led Zeppelin, this documentary is a must-watch. Experience the birth of a band that would shake the heavens — and write the soundtrack for generations to come.
BECOMING LED ZEPPELIN Available on digital platforms across the UK from April 7th.
